(Posted 06th May 2024)
As the Ministry of Environment, Forestry and Tourism Namibia is preparing to host the 6 th Africa Youth in Tourism Innovation Summit and Challenge (AYTIS) 2024, www.youthtourismsummit.com the Namibian tourism private sector has pledged to support the Summit in various ways. AYTIS is scheduled for 28 to 31 May 2024 and will be held in collaboration with UN Tourism, AfCFTA, Namibia Tourism Board, NIPDB, NEPAD and BDO.
Owing to the measurable success of the previous editions of the Summit, this year the event
has attracted partnerships from the private sector which include tour operators such as
Sandwith Dune and Tours and Safari, hospitality giants like Hilton Windhoek, higher leaning
institutions such as the Namibia University of Science and Technology (NUST) and may
more partners from Namibia.
Speaking about the partnership deal between Africa Youth in Tourism Innovation Summit
and Sandwich Dune Tours and Safari, the Chief Execuitve Officer of Sandwich Dune Tours
and Safari, Mr. Kenneth Kapitako could not hide his excitement about his organisation being
part of the Summit. “We are delighted to accept the opportunity to partner with you on this
exciting initiative. We believe this collaboration will be mutually beneficial and contribute positively to the promotion of youth innovation in tourism across Africa”.
Sandwich Dune Tours and Safari offers a wide range of services including the Sandwich
Harbor Adventure tours, eco-kayaking, boat cruises and several other breath-taking water-
based activities.
Among the speakers for this year’s Summit are Natalia Bayona, Director – Innovation,
Education And Investments, UN Tourism, Spain; Teofilus Nghitila, Executive Director of
Tourism, Ministry Of Environment, Forestry and Tourism, Namibia; Alka Bhatia, UNDP
Resident Representative, Namibia, Inga Mtolo, Consultant, Strategic Development &
Advisory, BDO Advisory Services, South Africa; Aloyce Kashindye Nzuki, Executive Director,
Touchwood Consulting Ltd, Tanzania; Nombulelo Guliwe, Chief Executive Officer, South
African Tourism, Gaylord Kasayi, Founder, YEBO RDC, Democratic Republic of Congo and
more.
To register for physical attendance, please visit www.youthtourismsummit.com. Watch the
space for information about the exhibition, B2B networking sessions and more. Please also
use SAA discount code by clicking here to qualify for a discounted air fares and discounted
accommodation codes from Hilton Garden Inn, NUST Hotel School and Marriott.
For more information about the Summit, exhibition, partnerships, sponsorships, registration,
please contact Ms. Rejoice Chishamba at: rejoice@africatourismpartners.com / +27 (0) 11
318 1741 / +27 (0) 81 303 7030.
